Jeff and Sheri Easter - Temporary Home Lyrics
Lyrics
Sometimes I feel like I'm just walkin' around
With my head up in the clouds
I'm steady movin' but I'm not gainin' ground
Headin' the wrong way in a crowd
Then I remember I'm not part of this world
I'm movin' higher each day
Upward mobility sounds mighty good to me
And I can't wait to get away
Got to remember I'm not here to stay
I'm lookin' forward to a brighter day
Got to remember I'm not here for long
I'm just livin' in my temporary home
When you are bothered by the problems of life
Don't you let them get you down
Just look to Jesus, you will not be denied
He'll move you up to higher ground
Don't you forget, you're a child of the King
That you're an heir to His throne
You may not know just when
But He's comin' back again
To take us to our happy home
Got to remember I'm not here to stay
I'm lookin' forward to a brighter day
Got to remember I'm not here for long
I'm just livin' in my temporary home
Got to remember I'm not here to stay
I'm lookin' forward to a brighter day
Got to remember I'm not here for long
I'm just livin' in my temporary home
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Jeff & Sheri Easter--Temporary Home(1990)
Meaning & Inspiration
The song "Temporary Home" by Jeff and Sheri Easter, a timeless anthem first crafted in 1990 and digitally released on June 9, 2020, continues to resonate with profound spiritual truth. This classic piece serves as a powerful reminder of a core tenet of Christian faith: our earthly existence is but a fleeting moment in the grand scope of eternity. The track doesn't dwell on complex melodies but rather on its simple, direct message, delivering a vital spiritual perspective that lifts the spirit and refocuses the soul.
The essence of "Temporary Home" lies in its articulation of the Christian journey—a pilgrimage through a world that is not our ultimate destination. The opening lines immediately capture a feeling many experience: a sense of aimlessness or futility despite constant movement, feeling like one is "steady movin' but I'm not gainin' ground." This vividly describes the human tendency to get lost in worldly pursuits, chasing temporal goals that ultimately leave us unfulfilled. It brings to mind biblical warnings against conforming to this world (Romans 12:2) and reminds us that our true citizenship lies elsewhere (Philippians 3:20). The turning point arrives with the realization, "Then I remember I'm not part of this world," a potent declaration that reorients the wandering heart towards its true spiritual home. This shift signifies a conscious decision to embrace an "upward mobility" not of status or wealth, but of spiritual progression towards a divine inheritance.
The recurring chorus, "Got to remember I'm not here to stay / I'm lookin' forward to a brighter day / Got to remember I'm not here for long / I'm just livin' in my temporary home," serves as a constant anchor. It's a gentle yet firm instruction to maintain an eternal perspective amidst life's daily grind. This echoes the sentiment found in Hebrews 13:14, which states, "For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come," and underscores 1 Peter 2:11, where believers are urged to live as "sojourners and exiles." This is not a call to detachment from our responsibilities, but a call to live with a liberated spirit, knowing that our ultimate joy and peace are secured beyond this realm. The "brighter day" is not just a vague hope, but the promise of Christ's return and the eternal dwelling He has prepared for us (John 14:3).
As the song progresses, it addresses the very real "problems of life" that can weigh us down. It offers solace and direction, advising not to let these troubles "get you down," but instead to "look to Jesus." This counsel is a powerful echo of Matthew 11:28, where Jesus invites the weary and burdened to find rest in Him. The promise that "He'll move you up to higher ground" reinforces the idea of divine intervention and elevation beyond our earthly struggles, reminding us that God's grace is always sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9). The message also powerfully reaffirms our identity as "a child of the King" and "an heir to His throne," drawing from Romans 8:17, which declares us "heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ." This divine lineage transforms our perspective, reminding us that despite temporary hardships, our eternal status is secure and glorious. The closing lines of the second verse, looking forward to Christ "comin' back again / To take us to our happy home," perfectly encapsulates the blessed hope that underpins Christian existence, offering comfort and anticipation for the ultimate reunion with our Savior, as promised in Revelation 22:20.
"Temporary Home" is more than just a song; it’s a spiritual compass. It skillfully translates profound theological truths into accessible, encouraging language, making it a source of inspiration for countless individuals navigating the complexities of their faith. By consistently focusing on our heavenly inheritance and the steadfast promises of God, Jeff and Sheri Easter have created a musical testament that empowers believers to live with purposeful expectation, grounded in the certainty that this world is not the end, but merely a temporary stop on the way to our eternal, joyful home. Its enduring message fosters resilience, cultivates hope, and continually reorients hearts towards the ultimate reality of our divine destination.